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Plans to save St Michael’s

COMMUNITY leaders have set in motion an by Jack Dixon tures was not enough to change the minds of bosses
ambitious plan to save the St Michael’s day at County Hall.
centre from permanent closure. [email protected] Now community leaders, with the help of Honiton’s
county council representatives, are seeking alternative
A small team of councillors is fronting a new initia-
means to retain St Michael’s for the use of local peo-
tive with the intention of protecting social care serv-
council project, it is a community-led project and we ple.
ices at the centre in the long term. want the community to be involved from day one. “With all the cuts that we have had and all the cuts www!!!!!! .valevetgroup.com !!!!!!
The process is still in the very early stages but, ini-
“The more people that voice their interest now, the that are to come, we need to get our priorities right – Taking your dog abroad this summer?
tially, project leaders are calling on local organisations
and other members of the community to play their better chance this stands of succeeding. Hopefully we and the vulnerable must come first,” Councillor Ask us about The Pet Travel Scheme
will get the response we are looking for so we can Zarczynski added.
part in securing a future for the facility. Cullompton Honiton
press ahead.” “St Michael’s is vital, not only to the people who
Devon County Council announced last year that it Shocked residents fought to overturn the decision use it, but to the carers, the unsung heroes that we do 01884 35558 01404 44095
would be withdrawing its funding for day centres, as
part of a programme of cost-cutting measures. to close the centre when the county council an- not often hear about. Sometimes the only respite they Tiverton Uffculme
And St Michael’s is currently preparing for closure, nounced its plans almost a year ago. get is when they take their (cid:1)lovCeOdn oTniens uinE adn odn th peayg cea 4n 01884 258585 0 1884 841317
But a petition containing more than a 1,000 signa-
with the council seeking alternative provision for
many of Honiton's elderly residents who make use of
its services.
Deputy Mayor John Zarczynski says he has ap- SSSSSSSSeeeeeeeelllllleeeecctttWWWWWWWiiiiiiiiinnndddoooest fowwr 26 yessars
proached the county council to see if a solution can
be reached where the building is taken over by a char-
(Honiton) Ltd Alsoo at Otter Nurseries
itable organisation for community use.
And he told Pulman’s Viewthat there are a number
of ex-nursing staff who have already expressed a will-
We Now SSell
ingness to volunteer at the centre.
“Every penny will count, but I feel confident we can
save it,” he said. Garagggge
“We are in the very early stages of this process, but
we have volunteers lined up and other groups have
expressed an interest in finding a solution to this prob-
lem.” Do o rs
Councillor Zarczynski is currently steering the proj-
ect along with fellow town councillors Jackie
Wadsworth, Roy Coombs and Henry Brown, and the
TRIP community transport association has also ex-
pressed an interest in becoming involved. 01404 5655 008
But others are being urged to show their support by
attending a meeting at the Beehive next week, where (cid:1) OTTER Brewery raised more than £3,000 for the Poppy Appeal with their special ‘Poppy Otter’ ale.
the various parties involved will agree on the next The brewery's Patrick McCaig is pictured presenting a cheque to the Royal British Legion’s Ralph
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JEMMA MOORE 01297 446158 the local charity If holiday home owners got them and did- but no dogs thanks!
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TOP STORIES
COLYFORD
FROM ALL From the editor’s chair
THE OTHER Traffic issues not
The cost of three nurses?
EAST DEVON treated same way
TOWNS
PARISHcouncillors have complained that Coly-
WHEN Iheard that the NHS Trust, so deter- plan to shut the beds to save £500,000 and put
ford is not being treated the same as nearby vil-
mined to close hospital beds in Axminster a question mark over the future of Axminster
come what may, had gone back to the High Hospital. That decision will not be made until lage Sidford with regards to traffic calming
AXMINSTER Court to achieve that goal, the first thing I did the extended period of consultation expires in measures on the same road that runs through
was to instruct reporter Anders Larsson to ask February. There is great suspicion in and both communities.
how much the legal proceedings were costing. around Axminster that that decision has been It was reported at last week’s Colyton Parish
No money available
We half expected the Northern Devon made. Council meeting that traffic calming measures
Healthcare Trust to come back saying that this So the NHS is expecting to spend £75,000 on along the A3052 in Colyford, such as a 20mph
for Webster’s was sensitive information they could not re- justifying their temporary closure. I don’t know speed limit, were unlikely to be introduced be-
lease. Had that been the case, we would have how much a nurse earns these days - but sev- cause it was a main road. However, members ar-
used the Freedom of Information Act to find out enty five grand would probably cover the cost gued that the same road through Sidford, just
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Axminster town centre for 30 years, site owner Axminster and move them to Seaton. Every day we read that the NHS is virtually Councillors recently started looking into traffic
Hallmark Estates (Devon) Limited says it has no We were surprised therefore to get a prompt bankrupt, haemorrhaging money, and here we problems through Colyford after mayor of the
money to develop the site, it was revealed at a answer from chief executive Dr Alison Dia- are spending £75,000 on legal advice on a tem- village and parish councillor, Howard West, said
meeting of Axminster Town Council. mond confirming that they had allocated “pre- porary closure when Axminster League of that he thought people parking on a verge out-
Permission to turn the site into a car park for up cious NHS” resources - her words, not mine - to Friends have offered £300,000 to keep the beds side the post office and butchers was a safety
to five years, until a long-term solution can be “defend themselves in cases like this” amount- open. We all accept these are difficult days for hazard, as it affected the view of drivers exiting
found, was given in spring last year after a pro- ing to £75,000 to legally enable them to “main- the NHS and no one doubts the sincerity of onto the A3052 from Seaton Road.
tracted planning battle. tain a safe service for patients”. health officials to do what is best for patients. However, following a site meeting at the post
Initially, it was hoped the car park would be op- Defend themselves from what? But spending £75k on legal advice is a bitter office and butchers, councillors agreed that the
erational before the end of last year. Last Novem- We are talking about the temporary closure pill to swallow in such circumstances. m a in concern was drivers speeding down the
ber Hallmark Estates applied to EDDC for an here for the winter months, not the long term Philip Evans A3052, which currently has a 30mph limit, and
enabling grant. it was not worth preventing parking on the
A precise sum was not given, but Hallmark Es- HONITON SEATON verge, which could be detrimental to the busi-
tates owner Neil Hiscocks said it involved “tens
nesses.
of thousands of pounds”.
The grant was refused, and the company is now Plans to save Beach huts future Instead, members suggested that some kind of
traffic calming measure should be introduced,
pinning its hopes on what is described as ‘an en-
abling loan’ from East Devon District Council. town day centre under review with ideas including an electronic flashing speed
Members of the public sought a progress report limit sign or a reduced speed limit of 20mph.
when Axminster Town Council met last week.
Andrew Moulding, in his capacity as a district COMMUNITYleaders have set in motion an am- A REVIEWinto the ownership and manage-
councillor, explained that Hallmark Estates and bitious plan to save the St Michael’s day centre ment of East Devon District Council beach huts
EDDC are working together, but the company has from permanent closure. in Seaton and Beer is under way.
no money to take the project forward. A small team of councillors is fronting a new
Among other proposals being considered are
He added that the company has had no success initiative with the intention of protecting social
with private investors, and that it is unwilling to care services at the centre in the long term. site fees in Beer being brought into line with
tEaDkDeC t.h e project forward as a joint venture with The process is still in the very early stages but, otIhne Sre oapteonn ,m thaerk teotw renn ctos.uncil is interested in Learn Photography, Lightroom editing and Printing in small
initially, project leaders are calling on local or- groups and private lessons.
Councillor Moulding also confirmed that an ap- ganisations and other members of the commu- buying the sites it currently rents from EDDC. www.gecreativephotography.com
plication had been made, but said that EDDC can't nity to play their part in securing a future for the EDDC's Cabinet has recommended that an
beM sre Henis ctoo cpkrosv hidaes msinocnee yis fsoure ad p ar isvtaattee menetnetr,p sraisye-. facility. extensive refurbishment and replacement GAivfta Vilaobucleh feorrs
ing: “Andrew is correct in that we don’t at the Devon County Council announced last year programme be put in place to improve provi- classes and
moment have access to the resources to demol- that it would be withdrawing its funding for day sion of its beach huts and chalets. workshops
ish Websters. centres, as part of a programme of cost-cutting The programme also covers beach huts in
“We are a small company with limited income, measures. Sidmouth, Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton.
and traditional lenders are not a source open to And St Michael’s is currently preparing for clo- It has been proposed to allocate £19,000 to-
us.” sure, with the council seeking alternative pro- wards new beach hut schemes and the replac-
vision for many of ing of older huts.
Honiton's elderly resi- Any changes would become effective in 2016,
dents who make use and an EDDC spokesperson said: "The current
Learn to use your digital camera or work towards
of its services. management of all the sites, in addition to the
Royal Photographic Society Distinctions
Deputy Mayor John buildings, will be included within the council’s
New Classes Week Commencing 9th February
Zarczynski says he rolling condition survey programme.
Sidmouth, Honiton, Lyme Regis & Seaton
has approached the "However, all tenants will be responsible for
For more information contact Gill on
county council to see their own National non-domestic rates (NNDR)
[email protected] or 07894 113945.
if a solution can be
reached where the
building is taken over
WEEKLY ANTIQUES by a charitable organ- EAST DEVON BRANCH
isation for community
VALUATION DAYS
use.
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And he told Pul-
Thursday 29th January ALL OUR CATS AND KITTENS ARE FLEAD, WORMED, VACCINATED, MICROCHIPPED AND NEUTERED.
man’s Viewthat there
at WE ALSO HELP WITH NEUTERING COSTS FOR THE KITTENS WE HOME
are a number of ex-
Thelma Hulbert Gallery These are only a few of the cats in our care who are looking for homes.
nursing staff who
Dowell Street,Honiton have already ex- If you do not see the cat for you, please call 01884 277929
10.00am - 1.00pm pressed a willingness
SAUSAGE(pictured) is a very friendly 3 year old tabby & white boy who
Kennaway House to volunteer at the is staying at our foster home in Aylesbeare.....................01395 233494
Coburg Road,Sidmouth centre. JACKis a very friendly and gentle elderly black & white boy who is stay-
“Every penny will
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count, but I feel confi-
For a no fee or obligation appraisal dent we can save it,” BOUNTYis a gorgeous 18 month old tabby & white boy who is staying
near Exeter.......................................................................01392 811732
he said.
All enquiries please telephone MAGGIEis a very affectionate 9 year old tortie & white girl who is staying
01392 413100 “We are in the very in Bradninch.....................................................................01392 881424
early stages of this
Home visits available by appointment process, but we have KARRIEis a beautiful and friendly 18 month old white & tortie semi long
haired girl who is staying in Seaton....................................01297 21610
volunteers lined up
DIME & DOLLARare lovely 7 month old white & tabby girls who are also
St. Edmund’s Court, Okehampton Street, and other groups have
Exeter. EX4 1DU 01392 413100 expressed an interest staying here........................................................................01297 21610
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peal carry on its great work.” and communities that they care
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The brewery, which celebrates about, but they seem to have
She will be sadly missed by Christina, For every pint poured in pubs its 25th anniversary this year, pulled out all the stops for us this
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26th January at 2.00p.m. brewery's collection box was specialist ale, which sold significant with this donation
Family flowers only. Donations to added to the sum, taking the strongly in the region’s pubs and look forward to developing
Dementia UK. Enquiries to Pring and Son, total past £3,000 for the first throughout November and De- our continued association with
Culmstock Road, Hemyock, Devon time. cember. them in the future.”
tel [phone].
Town is buzzing, says mayor
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HANNAN BALL GRANDAD WHITE MAYOR of Honiton Peter Halse has hailed the by Jack Dixon
community’s “incredible achievement” in raising
[email protected]
HAPPY 30TH HAPPY 65TH hundreds of thousands of pounds towards Hospis-
care’s recent appeal.
BIRTHDAY BIRTHDAY He said he had been amazed by the efforts of the grant from NHS England, alongside other funding
BEST WISHES & LOVE LLOOTTSS OOFF LLOOVVEE project’s supporters, who have contributed to a pledges.
CLAIR & HARVEY XXXX RRIIHHAANNNNAA && MMAAIISSIIEE XXXXXX fundraising total in excess of £250,000. But the charity was still tasked with generating
Charity bosses are expected to receive the keys another £250,000 to fit out the new facility and
to the new day hospice in the next few weeks, and launched an ambitious appeal in February last year.
BILL BAKER JOHN & LAURA SOMERS once inside they will be able to complete the fur- Following an unprecedented response from the
nishing of the facility with a view to opening later community, the target was met shortly before
HAPPY 60TH CONGRATULATIONS in the year. Christmas –within just 11 months.
OOLNI TVHEE BRIR TCH OAF MYOEURR SOONN The £1.2million project, which will serve the en- “I do not want to disparage Honiton but it is not
BIRTHDAY OONN TTHHEE 1100TTHH JJAANNUUAARRYY tirety of East Devon, was supported by a £510,000 a town with lots and lots of wealthy people – it re-
BEST WISHES ANG & quires a lot of people to contribute to raise this
WITH LOVE FROM HIS PROUD
PETE, MIKE & BEV GRAND PARENTS & FAMILY amount of money,” Councillor Halse said.
“To achieve this in such a short time was quite
GEOFF CHAPPELL HHAAPPPPYY 6600TTHH amazing, and those people who continue to volun-
teer within the hospice will be a great blessing and
HAPPY 65TH BBIIRRTTHHDDAAYY help to this town.”
Announcing the news last month, Hospiscare’s
BIRTHDAY BBIILLLL BBAAKKEERR
Sarah Smith said the people of East Devon had
“taken the appeal to their hearts”.
ON THE 26TH JANUARY
On the 21st of January 2015 The money raised will help the charity fulfil its
With all my love from Sandy xxx LOTS OF LOVE ANNETTE XX promise to “bring care closer to the people of East
Devon”, she said.
Speaking last week, Councillor Halse said the
THANKS TO EVERYONE
HAPPY 65TH success of the Hospiscare appeal was one of series
WHO MADE MY 50TH PARTY,
BIRTHDAY of positive community-led projects accomplished
HAROLD WHITE SO GREAT.
in Honiton over the last year.
£200 RAISED FOR CHARITY. He listed the Beehive, the Thelma Hulbert
ON THE 25TH JANUARY JUST LIKE THE GOOD Gallery and the proposed relocation of East Devon
LOTS OF LOVE FROM VON, OLD DAYS!KIM District Council’s headquarters to Honiton among
NAOMI, MERVXXXX the town’s flagship achievements.
(cid:0)MAYOR of Honiton Peter Halse says the “There are an awful lot of good things happening
town is ‘buzzing’ following the completion here and the town is buzzing,” he said.
HAPPY 60TH HAPPY 60TH of Hospiscare’s day hospice appeal “When councils find themselves short of money
BIRTHDAY BIRTHDAY it brings us back to voluntary work and fundrais-
GRANDADS BAKER (BILL) BBIILLLL BBAAKKEERR Neighbourhood ing. But our town is large enough and enthusiastic
enough to carry things like this off, as it has al-
ON THE 26TH JANUARY
ready done.”
LOVE FROM, JAKE, OLIVER, AMELIA, LOVE LINDA, COLIN, NATALIE, Plan drop-in Hope for day centre
EVELYS, ALEX, OLIVER, ELEANOR, NIALL, EOIN & ALEX
CALEB, THALIA & SOPHIE
FREE FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENT FORM HONITON Town Council’s Neighbourhood (cid:0)CONTINUED from page 1
Plan working group will be holding a drop- have that day off once or twice a week. It would be
Message............................................................................................................................................................................................. in session at the Beehive this week. an absolute travesty to lose it.”
.......................... Anyone interested in making a contribu- “We have a duty and our priority is to the needy and
................................................................................................................................................................... tion to the project at this stage is encour- the vulnerable. We will do everything we can to save
Datefor inser.t.i.o..n.. .T..u..e.s..d..a..y.. ._. ._.. ./. ._.. . _.. ./.. _.. ._.............................................................................................. aged to visit the town council offices on St Michael's.”
Send to:Devon, Dorset & Somerset Series of Newspapers Limited, Unit 3, St Michael’s Business Centre, Church Friday (January 23rd) between 10am and Interested groups and individuals are invited to a
Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3DB 1pm. meeting at the Beehive cafe on Monday (January
Signed: .................................. Telephone: ................................................. Address: .................................................................. This is only the initial stage of an extensive 26th), between 10am and 10:30am.
....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... consultation process, during which there Those interested in becoming involved as volun-
Please include SAE for return of any photos. will be lots of opportunities for residents to teers or fundraisers can contact Councillor Zarczynski
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept announcements without a signature, address and telephone no. have their say on the plan. on 01404 758179 or Councillor Wadsworth on 01404
All announcements must be in by 12 noon on Friday for the following week’s publication. 43935, or email [email protected]
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‘Become a councillor’ roadshows
RETURNING OFFICER ENCOURAGES PEOPLE TO STAND FOR ELECTION
With local elections in East Devon are getting a raw deal and need becoming a councillor can be the Citizens’ Centre, Old Courthouse, The Electoral Commission is running
taking place on May 7th (coinciding stronger representation. next step. Church Street, Axminster, Devon, a national campaign to encourage
with the General Election), Returning “Research tells us that people are The Electoral Commission says that EX3 5AQ. people to sign up through the new in-
Officer Mark Williams will shortly be most concerned about issues such as groups made up of diverse individuals With the General Election taking dividual Elector Registration (iER)
embarking on a tour of the district to crime, schools, transport and the en- tend to make better informed deci- place this year on the same date, it’s system, with the message: ‘Your vote
explain the procedures for standing as vironment. sions. also vital that as many people as pos- matters; make sure you’re in’.
candidates for towns, parishes or the “Your local council can make a differ- it’s important that councils have sible use their right to vote by ensur- National Voter Registration Day and
district council. ence on all these issues and many councillors who not only reflect and ing their name is on the Electoral Overseas Voter Registration Day is on
The events will take place in Axmin- more, and so can you as a local coun- represent the communities they Register. Thursday, February 5th.
ster, Cranbrook, Exmouth and honi- cillor.” serve, but also have a broad range of
ton. Make a difference skills and life experience. It’s Honiton’s discovery day
The roadshows are a repeat of an According to the Electoral Commis- You don’t have to be highly educated
initiative Mark has undertaken every sion, there are many reasons why or have a profession. Skills gained
four years in the run-up to local elec- people decide to become a local through raising a family, caring for a HONITONTogether Discovery Day will Devon Volunteer Support Agency, Devon
tions to make people aware that they councillor. sick or disabled relative, volunteering bring together local organisations, social County Council and Honiton Worx.
could play an active part in local These include: or being active in faith or community entrepreneurs and charities. An EDDC spokesperson said: “Whoever
democracy either representing their (cid:1)Wanting to make a difference and groups can be just as valuable. The event will be held in The Beehive on said ‘it’s not a problem, but an opportu-
Thursday January 22nd from 1pm-4pm nity’ might have been talking about Honi-
town or parish or one of the 32 wards be involved in shaping the future of Support and training and will offer an opportunity to network. ton’s reaction to the challenges the com-
on East Devon District Council. the local community; Don’t worry if you don’t feel that you Topics under discussion will include: munity faces as a result of budget cuts in
The aim is to inform people about (cid:1) Being concerned about their local currently have the skills or confidence The Local Economy (What is it for? How the public sector and local services being
the need for new councillors to come area and wanting to ensure that the to be a councillor. All councils provide can it work for local people?); A Healthy under threat.
forward, the process that is followed community gets the right services; support, information and training for Honiton (What would it look like? How “There is a chance to find out more dur-
and the timetable for nominations. (cid:1) Wanting to represent the views new councillors. can we get there?); The Neighbourhood ing Honiton Together Discovery Day, and
Development Plan (a vision of Honiton’s there are still places available for stallhold-
he said: “if you care about the area of local people and ensure that Local sessions where Mark Williams
future); Funding (Big Lottery, Heritage ers.
that you live or work in and the issues community interests are taken will be talking about the role of local Lottery, funding strategy support); Honi- “Among the features of the discovery
facing local people, you could be a into account; councillors take place on the following ton Together (how can we take it for- day is a live ‘Dragon’s Den’ session,
councillor. (cid:1) Wanting to pursue their political dates and at these venues: ward?). where a share of £5,000 is up for grabs for
“Perhaps you enjoy reading the beliefs; (cid:2) Cranbrook –Thursday, January Anyone attending will also be able to suitable projects. You will have a chance
local newspaper and often have a (cid:1) Wanting to contribute their 29th from 5:30-7pm at Cranbrook pitch for a share of £5,000 for a project to pitch for a share of the funding in a live
strong opinion on the issues you read business or professional skills; Market, Younghayes Centre, Young- benefitting the local community. The session, with an audience vote.
about. (cid:1) Concerns about one particular hayes Road, Cranbrook, EX5 3BA; Honiton Together project is supported by “Help in designing your pitch will be
East Devon District Council (EDDC) and given on the day and decisions in principle
“You may enjoy talking to friends issue; (cid:2) Honiton –Monday, February 2nd
has been set up with Our Place funding, will be made before the event closes. Slots
and colleagues about what’s going on (cid:1) As an extension of what they are from6:30-7:30pm at The Beehive, which comes from Central Government’s for bidding are limited and filling up fast
in the area. You may feel that certain already doing through a political Dowell Street, honiton, EX14 1LZ; Locality budget. “So, if you still haven’t already booked
sections of the community or people party, trade union, charity, voluntary (cid:2) Axminster –Thursday, February The development phase has also been your place or your stall, please email ag-
who live in a particular neighbourhood group or school governing body – 12th from 6:30-7:30pm at the Senior supported by Honiton Town Council, East [email protected].”
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Legion appeal to keep branch alive
‘Dragon’s teeth’
staying put
by Jack Dixon
MEMBERS of the Royal British Legion fear the Honiton if it was to lose one of its major institu-
THE white parking bay lines in Lace Walk car organisation’s Honiton branch will be forced to [email protected] tions so soon after the landmark commemorations
park will be repainted in April, council bosses close, unless volunteers come forward to show attended by hundreds of local people last year.
have confirmed – but the controversial their support this year. “Should the branch close, all these things will be
‘dragon’s teeth’ will remain in place. Day events. And following the closure of other
Despite the continued efforts of local represen- lost to the town of Honiton, which was once a
Numerous complaints had been made to branches in the area, the work of members in
town councillors that the lines had become dif- tatives, the branch is in danger of following others Honiton now goes a long way, with welfare case proud garrison town,” he said.
ficult to make out, but arrangements have been into closure due to its shrinking membership. workers supporting ex-servicemen everywhere “As little as four or five hours a month is all that
made for the bays to be remarked. Branch members say they have enjoyed a posi- from Tiverton to Axminster through all kinds of is needed to ensure that the branch survives and
Further anger remains, however, over the so- tive year, with a team of 10 helping to raise more hardship. thrives in the future.”
called ‘dragon's teeth’ - a design feature that than £12,000 during the Legion’s traditional The Legion is particularly in need of a volunteer Anyone willing to offer their time to support the
aims to direct traffic safely around the car park. Poppy Appeal. to head up this year’s Poppy Appeal in the autumn, Legion in any capacity can contact Chris Sinden
niDseisdt rtihcat tc tohuen cdiellsoirg Pn hwil aTsw aisns “ saabisdo hluet ere pcaoign-” But they have warned that the committee will not as well as extra helpers to man its Saturday stalls on 01404 44474 or attend one of the branch’s
for drivers, but that officers had insisted on be able to continue its good work in the commu- during the summer. monthly meetings, held on the second Monday of
keeping the feature based on the results of a nity without the support of volunteers in 2015. And Mr Sinden said it would be a sad day for each month at the Methodist Chapel at 7:30pm.
thorough risk assessment procedure. “A small group of people, about ten with the help
Councillor Twiss said he had also looked into of one or two others, managed to raise £12,250, VETERANS | Members of the Honiton branch of the
the possibility of implementing a walkway to and heartfelt thanks go to the people of Honiton Royal British Legion are looking for new recruits
improve safety for pedestrians, but that it was and the surrounding villages, the college and local
deemed more dangerous than the existing sit- organisations for their generosity,” said branch
uation. president Chris Sinden.
Honiton panto “However, the committee grows smaller year by
year because of age and ill health. If we are not to
go the way of many branches in Devon, we need
next month
volunteers to help with our work.”
One of the town’s most treasured organisations,
THIS year’s Honiton panto will be a Ben Crocker
the Legion still has a major presence in the com-
adaptation of the classic story of ‘Sleeping
munity and played a key role in Honiton’s First
Beauty’.
Society member Ben Pickerell said: “There is World War commemorations last year.
loads of laughter, audience participation, oo- A candlelit vigil outside the town’s memorial in
dles of colourful costumes, fabulous songs August marked a century since war was declared,
from the likes of Tangled and Frozen and, of and Legion members ran a display of uniform and
course, all your favourite pantomime charac- medals to remember the fallen.
ters. This year, for the very first time, the pan- The branch also led the commemorations during
tomime will be performed at Honiton Beehive.” a poignant Remembrance Sunday service in No-
Performances take place from Tuesday, Feb-
vember, where Mr Sinden himself read the Ko-
ruary 17th to Saturday, February 21st and
hima epitaph to an assembled audience.
ticket prices are £8 for adults and £6 for those
under the age of 17. They can be purchased Alongside their traditional responsibilities organ-
from the Beehive in person or online from ising the Poppy Appeal and Remembrance serv-
www.beehivehoniton.co.uk ices, branch members also promote the Legion at
Honiton’s annual Charter Day and Armed Forces
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First steps towards ‘dementia friendly’ town
A PROJECT to dramatically im- by Jack Dixon Project leaders believe that a organisations in Honiton are al- businesses and organisations Sixth-formers at Honiton
prove the lives of people in ‘dementia friendly society’ will ready known to be welcoming to understand people with Community College have also
Honiton suffering from de- [email protected] look after some of its most and friendly places,” said Mrs memory loss and dementia, so pledged their support for the
mentia and Alzheimer’s has vulnerable members, by help- Penwarden. that they will remain as confi- scheme, alongside the Awlis-
taken a major step forward. memory-related illnesses. ing those suffering from the ill- “So we believe that Honiton dent as possible to continue
combe WI, TRIP community
A committee of individuals The overarching aim is to cre- ness to carry on with their would be an ideal community using the town's facilities.”
has now been formed to steer ate a ‘dementia action alliance’, normal lives – visiting the to join the growing number of A number of bodies are al- transport association and All-
the scheme, which aims to made up of as many of Honi- shops or using public transport towns that go out of their way ready playing their part in hallows Museum.
make Honiton a ‘dementia ton's businesses, organisa- safely, for example. to be especially friendly to- working towards the formation Other groups who are inter-
friendly’ town. tions and community groups, The new committee, to be wards people with memory of a dementia action alliance, ested in joining the alliance can
Over several stages of the in the hope of gradually build- chaired by dementia champion loss and dementia.” with staff at the Thelma Hul- contact Mrs Penwarden on
long-term project, volunteers ing a network of individuals Heather Penwarden, will steer She added: “This steering bert Gallery and Honiton Sur- 07966 135442 or email pen-
hope to spread key messages who are trained to tackle de- the scheme over the coming
group wants to help those gery on board. [email protected]
about the best ways to sup- mentia issues arising in day- months.
port those who suffer with to-day life. “The shops, businesses and
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criminal damage, 13 thefts, four assaults and in the town, with very few incidents to report.
six public order offences, ranging from per- The total of 48 crimes amounts to a slight in-
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AUDREY Tims is retir- team of 17 volunteers brought down on the last Wendy Cummins paid
ing as sales manager of raising turnover impres- Sunday in October when tribute to Tims’ work in
the Royal National sively. the clocks go back. the hut which was
Lifeboat Institution shop “When I started the “Unless it is raining – launched in 1980.
in Beer, writes KEVIN shop made £20,000 but and it has to be heavy - “Audrey has done a
FAHEY. last year that had risen we are open every day marvellous job and will
After seven years in to £32,000,” said Mrs seven days a week!” be greatly missed by
charge Audrey, who lives Tims. added Mrs Tims. everyone who works
in Beer, decided it “It is all down to the “The job has taken up a there,” said Mrs Cum-
was time to take a break staff and it would not lot of my time and en- mins. Hopefully some-
due to on-going health work without them.” ergy and while I am step- one will come forward to
issues. Traditionally the shop ping down I hope to stay fill this vital role.”
But she leaves the opens the week before on the committee (of the Anyone interested in
shop, which overlooks Good Friday and then Seaton, Beer & District joining the team of vol-
the east beach, in a far stays open all summer Branch) but I will no unteers running the shop
healthier state than when and into the autumn be- longer be in the hut.” should contact Mrs Cum-
she took it over with the fore the shutters are Branch secretary mins on 01297 23040.
Beer news in brief
Overthe past 12 months Beer The east Devon Artists for under our feet’ at the Mariners
has just enjoyed the lowest Charity has confirmed it will be hall, Beer, this Thursday (Janu-
crime rate since modern staging its annual Branscombe ary 22d) starting at 7.30pm
records were first kept. Art exhibition this year. (cid:1) (cid:1) (cid:1)
A total of 24 crimes were The popular event will be held The Seaton Beer & District
committed in Beer during 2014, as usual in the Branoc hall, Association of the royal
which was a significant reduc- Branscombe, from Friday, April national Lifeboat Institution
tion on the 44 the previous 3rd to 6th, from 10am to 5pm, will be holding its annual gen-
year –not to mention the total with a preview session, includ- eral meeting in the function
of 50 crimes recorded in 2004.
ing hot cross buns and coffee, room of the Dolphin hotel on
The annual report also con-
from 10am to 12noon on Friday Tuesday, March 3rd from
firmed that two suspects from
3rd. 7:30pm.
exeter have been charged for
The exhibition will feature (cid:1) (cid:1) (cid:1)
the two residential burglaries in
Park road during April while a over 50 artists comprising A reMInDer that the Beer
21-year-old exeter man has mainly paintings but also pot- Film Society will be showing
been summonsed for the three tery, glass and wood turning. the award-winning comedy
burglaries to huts on Beer For further details contact drama ‘Pride’ at Steamers
beach in May. Gary rivers on 01297 680477 restaurant next Monday (Jan-
Four months during the year or by email at garyrivers@bt uary 26th) and tickets will
were completely crime free internet.com be on sale on the night costing
while the busiest month was in (cid:1) (cid:1) (cid:1) £5.
September with five incidents. BryAnGroves will be leading a For further details see the
In 13 of the crimes police iden- talk and discussion on metal website at www.beerfilm
tified suspects. detecting entitled ‘history society.org.uk
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Nurse tackles Indian bike challenge Lease result for Chine
East Devon District Council’s (EDDC) building would make the best use of
A NURSE from Ax- in Kerala, India. Chard, needs to raise a will join a group of in March on a date to Cabinet has agreed to offer a 25- the unique location while ensuring
mouth has responded to The idea is to raise minimum of £3,100 other women in Octo- be announced. year plus lease for Chine Café and toilet facilities for the community
an appeal by leading in- money for Genesis Re- and is asking local peo- ber to cycle approxi- Promises are wel- public toilets in Seaton as a develop- continues.
fertility expert Profes- search Trust, which ple, businesses and mately 350 kilometres come from any local ment opportunity. It is hoped that an all-year round
sor Robert Winston. works to improve the companies to help her over 5 days. companies and indi- As previously reported, the café will be provided.
Sandi Nicholls, 51, health of women and reach that target. Training is already viduals. seafront café has been empty since Councillor Ian Thomas, cabinet
will take on a tough, babies. Sandi, who herself well underway, so you Anyone wishing to the previous lease expired early in member for economy and chairman
women-only, cycling Sandi, who works at underwent open heart may see her cycling pledge a promise can 2014. of Seaton Regeneration Programme
challenge taking place Springmead Surgery in surgery three years ago, around the lanes of East do so by calling The decision to go ahead with the Board, said: “The building is in a prime
Devon along with her Sandi on 07967 long lease option was made on seafront location and therefore of-
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(cid:0) A FRISSON of excitement and Actors needed for walking
trepidation is beginning to build
amongst members of All Saints
Pantomime Society, as the staging play tribute to WWI soldiers
of “Ali The Barber” grows ever
nearer. The usual signs of panic are
setting in as lines continue to be
A PAYHEMBURY resident is seeking peo- listing.
fumbled, musical notes are missed
ple willing to play their part in a promenade "In Tom Dimond’s mind, Gwen follows
and the dressing up box is ransacked
performance, paying tribute to the men of him throughout the play and she sings mov-
with increasing signs of desperation
the parish who fought in the First World ingly near the memorial which bears his
but, as we all know, it will probably
War. name.
be alright on the night! With a new
John Somers - artistic director of Tale Val- "Her love temporarily resurrects Tom as
and original script by Gay Atkinson,
ley Community Theatre (TVCT), which he joins her in a duet to sing If you were the
Clive Bareham and Dave Wicken,
will give the performance - said: "They only girl in the world.
performances will take place in the
Dream of Home will be a promenade per- "As the audience walks to each scene they
village hall on January 29th, to 31st
formance with audience following the story sing, accompanied by a brass band, popular
ar 7.45pm. A society spokesperson
in different Payhembury locations, culmi- songs of the period.
said: "So come and join us for a tale
nating at the war memorial. "Beginning in daylight, the battle scene
that traverses time and space as we
"We have received permission from the will be in darkness and road closures will be
It’s journey to ancient Baghdad in
relatives of two of the men killed in the war arranged to ensure audience safety." Mr
search of the missing sacred stone
and whose names appear on the memorial, Somers would like anyone interested in tak-
and where, hopefully, love will con-
to include them as characters in the story. ing part in the performances on September
quer all." Tickets are on sale at £5
"Audience members will witness the ex- 19th and 20th to contact him at
each (children under 16 £2.50 each
panto citement as the idea of defending their coun- [email protected], or call 01884 277390
for the Thursday and Friday per-
try is put to the men of the village by parson, or 07934 611368.
formances) and available from
schoolmaster and vicar as ‘their patriotic He added: "People of all ages are welcome
Anthea Bareham on 01460 221088
duty’. and there are opportunities to play substan-
or by emailing thebarehams@bea-
"Scenes in the trenches leading to the tial roles or small parts such as members of
time! concottage.uk. They will also be Christmas truce then the resumption of flag-waving English and French crowds.
available to buy from her at the vil-
fighting exist alongside the tearful farewell Technical help is also required.
lage hall on Monday and Friday
of Thomas Dimond, the lead character and “TVCT was formed in 2000 and informa-
evenings between 7.30pm and
whose name is on the memorial, with Gwen, tion concerning its past, all-original work
8.30pm.
a girl he has hardly got to know before en- can be seen at www.tvctheatre.org."
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Statement by Axminster’s Town Mayor on the Budget for 2015/16
N THESEtimes of austerity, with reduced fund- season when the workload of our caretaker is such that using lottery funding, there is no provision
ing, District and County Councils are restricting he is not able to keep up with the grasscutting to a stan- by DCC for their maintenance, above and
I
their operations to those things which they are dard we require. We have also been requested by mem- beyond that which they allocate to foot-
legally obliged to perform. There is no indication, bers of the public to attend to weeds in the town and paths. These facilities are much used and
whatever the outcome of the General Election in to provide more frequent cutting of verges than is done popular not just by cyclists but also by
May, that the situation will get any better in the by DCC. There also occurs during the year a variety of walkers and dog exercisers. We feel it pru-
foreseeable future, indeed there is every indication odd maintenance jobs that at the moment we have to dent to set aside some monies to ensure
that they may get worse. call on contractors to perform. We believe we can get these excellent facilities are kept in top
This does mean that there will be a reduction in some better value, and more prompt service if we are able to order. The majority of the increase, how-
services unless Town and Parish Councils take up the keep this 'in-house'. ever, is for £3000 for Christmas lights.
provision or enablement of some of these. I believe we PIPPPINS Earlier in the year Devon County Council £1000 has been allocated for maintenance
should not see this as a problem but an opportunity for withdrew our Youth Services, and put notice of closure and improvement of our own lights on the
Axminster to shape itself for the benefit of its citizens, on Pippins. This was not entirely for cost reasons; but Minster Green. We have also allocated a
in ways that those citizens want. With our work on the the youth team was consolidated elsewhere to assist the maximum of £2000 to match fund, on a
Neighbourhood Plan, there is a real chance that Axmin- Young People's Social Service department which had pound for pound basis the planned improve-
ster, with the involvement of its people, can become been judged inadequate by Ofsted. This left our popu- ments to the Christmas lights by the Cham-
sional advice on this matter.
the town we want it to be, rather than the town others lar youth club, which helped many vulnerable and chal- ber of Commerce. This is for hire of lights, and will, if
The notice boards, in South Street, Poplar Mount and
think it should be. lenged young people; and The Project which assists successful be an annual expenditure. Its use will be
West Street car parks will also be replaced, by much
But, this does not come without a cost. Whilst vol- those young people with mental health problems, with- subject to approval by the Town Council of the plans
better and longer lasting ones, and this will be paid for
unteers and charitable organisations may help, in order out a home. As a short term measure the Town Council put forward by the Chamber, and its success will be re-
out of our community fund, which we receive from the
to do the best we can, some funding will be necessary. decided to take on the lease of Pippins, pending any viewed before we agree to any funding in 2017.
solar panel power 'farm' at Raymond's Hill.
This is why I am proposing a budget for the coming long term solutions which may come forward. This ADMINISTRATION The increase of £5000, year on
I believe that this budget represents a responsible and
year, 2015/16 of £150,855, representing a 9.66% year meant that The Project still have a home, and that a year, included £2000 for a survey and report on pro-
prudent plan for the coming year, bearing in mind what
on year increase. I appreciate this is a hefty uplift in group of volunteers could set up Axminster New Youth viding disabled access to the upper floors of the Guild-
we expect to happen, and what the citizens of Axmin-
the current economic climate, but feel it is the right Club, which opened in November, and has 80 members hall and Old Court House; £2500 for the upcoming
ster expect from their town. We, as are the public, are
thing to do, and detail below where we expect this extra spread over two evenings, weekly for juniors and sen- elections in May, £500 for training costs – both for new
proud of the town, and recognise that they expect cer-
expenditure to go: iors. It may be argued that these services should be pro- councillors and for staff- and £250 for the Mayor's al-
tain services, facilities and amenities and we will do
SALARIES We are budgeting for an increase of vided by DCC or the NHS. The fact is that they are not! lowance – which has not increased for 15 years, and is
our very best to provide them at the best value. As it is
£15,560, the majority of which will be spent on recruit- For example, CAMHS (Children's and Adolescent's not a personal allowance. Members of this Town Coun-
the proposed increase will mean only an extra 7.5p per
ing and employing a handyperson/odd job person/ as- Mental Health Services) has seen a 90% increase in re- cil do b ot receive any personal allowance. This may
week for a Band D householder.
sistant to cemetery caretaker. We have committed a ferrals over the past two years, with no increase in real change after the elections in May, but we can only
great deal over the past two years to putting planters term funding. We, as a Town Council cannot be ex- budget based on the views of current councillors. We Jeremy Walden
and flowers around the town. This we felt has made a pected to provide a full mental health or youth service are seeking to renegotiate our telephone contract to
Axminster Town Mayor on behalf of the Town Council.
great improvement to Axminster and its civic pride, for the young people of Axminster, but it does behove save money along with our electricity contract.
The full budget can be found on our website
and encourages visitors and locals to use the town cen- us to enable others to provide a level of care and serv- GUILDHALL Because of increased use and our in-
www.axminstertowncouncil.gov.uk
tre. However to make the most of this investment, and ice that does some good, providing the proper safe- vestment over the past few years, we no longer have to
to ensure we do not rely too much on our few volun- guards and training are in place, which they are. To date subsidise to actual operation of The Guildhall. We do
teers, these displays will need maintenance throughout there is no sign of anyone coming forward with a long however have to maintain our property, and I think
the year. Equally, there are times during the summer term solution to utilising Pippins for community ben- most will agree that it looks far better than for many
efit. We have therefore decided to years and is worthy of the title as one of the best venues
budget £10,000 for the coming year to in East Devon. We have budgeted for an expenditure
continue this support. This is net of any of £9000, the same as last year, in order to maintain
income from other uses that may pay this position. This will include, amongst others work
for their hiring of the facilities. Already on the stanchions around the building and the installa-
there are strong indications that other tion of a dishwasher in the kitchen. (The cost of the
organisations may wish to hire rooms dishwasher will be met from the Guildhall fundraising
at Pippins, and our eventual income account, but the Town Council will have to pay for any
may well exceed our expectations. plumbing alterations that are required. We have also
AMENITIES We are here budgeting set aside an extra £4000,for stage curtains,as a special
for an increase of £4900 year on year project, in addition to the above amount, as these are
to £9,900. There are small increases in in vital need of replacement in order to keep up the
amounts set aside for maintenance of standards the public expect. New lights will be in-
our seats, which are in continual use, stalled in a few months, for which monies have been
and are much appreciated; and for our set aside in previous years.
floral displays. We have also set aside We have also budgeted, to be taken from reserves to
£500 for cycle path clearing. Whilst upgrade the CCTV security system, and whilst a figure
these have been put in by Sustrans of £4000 has been set aside, we need to get profes-